I figured I would stop in and introduce myself, my name is Frank and I’m glad I found this group. I only found it today, and I read through so many amazing stories of individuals taking a step in the right direction that it gave me strength for my own journey I’m starting out on, so thank you everyone for sharing. I like many thought I was fine with how I would drink alcohol, right I had it all under control or at least I thought I did. It was a gradual decline at first, and then the slope got steep at a much quicker pace the longer I went. I of course thought I can stop any time I wanted, and so I tried and failed over and over. I guess the biggest obstacle for me was the shame and embarrassment I felt for having to admit I needed help and that I had a problem. How I eventually got over this was that I realized that shame I felt was nothing like the embarrassment I was putting my family and friends through every time I would get drunk at family holidays or social events, and so this is my first step in getting right. I have a much more full story that got me here and much more to my story, but I have already written more than I intended for a initial greeting. Thank you all for being here and supporting so many .
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Glad you are here, Frank!
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Welcome to TS, Frank! Thanks for introducing yourself!
Welcome, Frank! 🙋 I’m glad you found us! This forum has helped me get to 351 days so far, I look forward to seeing your progress too!
Awesome!! I’m so happy to hear you are doing so well in recovery. I look forward to hearing about your continued success, and sharing my journey with you all here as well.
Welcome!! This is the best place to be. Best support system ever! Enjoy this awesome ride you are on!
Welcome here Frank 
This app has helped me a lot in my recovery. First year of it I was here every day. In my experience it helps to be here much to involve and read other stories. There is a lot to learn here 
Welcome, this is a great first step.